1990 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2008 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Suburban (209 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. (105 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Bora.
Because 1990 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Suburban will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1990 Chevrolet Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. 1990 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2008 Volkswagen Bora has manual transmission. 2008 Volkswagen Bora will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Suburban | 2008 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Suburban | Bora |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2520 mm |
